Is bubble tea safe to drink? The shocking health risks of the boba craze

Is bubble tea safe to drink? The shocking health risks of the boba craze

Sorry to burst your bubble, but you might want to give this trendy drink a second thought. Bubble tea, also known as boba or pearl milk tea, originated in Taiwan in the 1980s and is typically made with tea, milk or creamer, sweetener and, of course, their signature tapioca pearls. The Instagram-worthy beverage has gained … Read more

Starbucks debuts 3 fruity boba drinks for the first time

Starbucks debuts 3 fruity boba drinks for the first time

Starbucks is berry excited for boba. The coffee chain is springing into summer early with the release of three new fruity Refreshers featuring juicy raspberry-flavored pearls, inspired by the popular East Asian beverage boba tea. Typically made with tea and chewy tapioca pearls, Starbucks’ unique take on boba — aka bubble — tea tastes like … Read more